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SW51 GUE

2001 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,132 mi
Last recorded45,132 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 2001 BMW R Series34,490 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW51 GUE
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 45,132 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 45,132 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 42,391 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2015 41,841 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 32,583 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 29,970 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 29,970 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 29,873 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 29,175 miles

slight oil leak from offside fork leg ( not shock absorber

Pass 21 Jul 2008 27,981 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 25,993 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 24,011 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 20,732 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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SW51 GUE is a 2001 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 34,490 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW51 GUE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 25 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW51 GUE registered?

SW51 GUE is a 2001 BMW R Series, first registered on 7 December 2001.

Is SW51 GUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW51 GUE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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